Following Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s latest call to PA Chairman Abbas to return to the negotiating table, Yisrael Beitenu party leader Avigdor Lieberman spoke with Israel Radio’s Reshet Bet on Tuesday morning 26 Adar-II.

Reshet Bet:

What do you think about the Prime Minister’s latest call to Abu Mazen, to return to negotiations? Do you foresee progress in reaching peace with the PA?

Lieberman:

Before we speak about this we must understand a few facts. For one thing, Abu Mazen to date has not condemned the murderous terror attacks that have been ongoing for months. Over 30 people have been murdered and her remains silent. He is in fact the chief inciter and the hate is still preached in the PA (Palestinian Authority), which honors the terrorists as fallen martyrs.

Abu Mazen continues to fund the families of slain terrorists as well. In fact, he is not a partner and never will be as should be evident to all for he is not genuinely interested in reaching agreement with Israel as was seen in Camp David, Annapolis and other venues.

We must stop fooling ourselves. The world is not seeking justice and those wishing to support the PA will continue doing so. It has nothing to do with us. We left Gaza and what have we accomplished? The UN however continues to condemn Israel while ignoring Iran and Syria.

Hence, we must stop fooling ourselves and state our position clearly. PM Netanyahu speaks out of both sides of his mouth. He accuses Abu Mazen and the PA of inciting and then extends a hand to return to negotiations. He continues viewing him and addressing him as a peace partner.

(YWN – Israel Desk, Jerusalem)